To express an opinion supported by reasons

To summarize the entire essay

To list all the main points

To state a fact

Teachers assign homework every day.

Recess is a time for students to relax.

The school day should start one hour later.

Students eat lunch in the cafeteria.

Including too many reasons

Writing too briefly

Stating facts instead of opinions

Using too many complex words

Because it can be supported by reasons

Because it is a fact

Because it is a common belief

Because everyone agrees with it

Writing your thesis statement

Revising your draft

Listing reasons that support your opinion

Ensuring your topic is an opinion